Healthy Smoothie Recipes
Whipped Strawberry Lemonade
If you're fan of strawberry lemonade, you'll love it in smoothie form too. This smoothie recipe has more than 100 percent of your daily intake of vitamin C, which may help increase "good" HDL cholesterol levels and strengthen bones. And all for just 89 calories!
Nutrition facts: 89 calories, 0g fat, 23g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, 1g protein
INGREDIENTS
- 8 large strawberries, stems and leaves removed
- 1 cup sparkling mineral water, chilled
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 large fresh mint leaves
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 3 tablespoons)
DIRECTIONS
In a blender, combine strawberries, sparkling water, lemon juice, honey and mint; cover and puree on low speed for 15 seconds, then on high speed for 1 minute. Serve with or without ice.
Strawberry, Banana & Flax Smoothie
Adding flax seeds to you diet is a great way to increase your intake of omega-3s, which are associated with a lowered risk of heart disease, cancer, and depression.
Nutrition facts: 278 calories, 7g fat, 43g carbohydrate, 7g fiber, 16g protein.
INGREDIENTS
1/2 medium banana
1/2 cup frozen unsweetened strawberries
1 1/2 cups skim milk or light soy milk
2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
DIRECTIONS
Blend all until smooth
Banana & Kiwi Smoothie
The fuzzy kiwi fruit may be small in size, but talk about a triple threat. It's loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants, which keep skin firm, promote healthy bones and teeth, and protect you from cancer and heart disease.
Nutrition facts: 155 calories, 2g fat, 28g carbohydrate, 3g fiber, 7g protein
INGREDIENTS
- 1 banana, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced (about 1/2 cup)
- 1 cup low-fat yogurt
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
- 2 teaspoon maple syrup, optional
DIRECTIONS
Combine all of the banana, kiwi, yogurt, ice, and syrup in a blender and whir together until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
I also recommend adding a scoop or two of protein if you're dieting/working out.
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